Track & FIeld

Welcome to the Kensal Park Track & Field Website

Welcome to the Kensal Park Track & Field website

Fast Facts about the team

Who? Everyone (Grade 4 - 8) who is interested in Track & Field is welcome to try out - no experience necessary!
What? Many different events! Sprints, 400m, 800m, 1500m, Relay, Long Jump, Triple Jump & Ball Throw.
When? Practices are held daily during school 10:35 - 10:55 am. The season runs from April 20th - June 16th, depending on results.
Where? Practices are held in the West Yard at Kensal Park. Race locations will be posted below.
Why? Track & Field encourages a healthy and active lifestyle, plus... it's fun! All you need is a pair of shoes and a smile!

Tryout INformation

Our team will be determined through a two (2) day Track & Field meet at Kensal Park. Until April 3, students will have the opportunity to register for their events online with their classroom teacher.

The list of events includes:

Grade 4 (Bantom): 80m, 400m, 800m, Long Jump, Ball Throw
Grade 5 (Junior): 100m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, Relay (4x100m), Long Jump, Ball Throw
Grade 6 (Intermediate): 100m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, Relay (4x100m), Long Jump, Triple Jump, Ball Throw
Grade 7 (Senior): 100m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, Relay (4x100m), Long Jump, Triple Jump, Ball Throw
Grade 8 (Open): 100m, 400m, 800m, 1500m, Relay (4x100m), Long Jump, Triple Jump, Ball Throw

A schedule will be posted once final numbers of participants have been determined.*

Please complete the Google Form HERE to sign up for events.

Upcoming MEets

Kensal Park - Team Qualifier

Date(s): Tuesday, April 14th & Thursday, April 16th, 2026
(Raindate Friday, April 17th 2026)
Location: Kensal Park Elementary School.
Time: 8:25 am - approximately 2:30 pm (schedule below).
Transportation: N/A
Permission Forms: NA

Qualifying for the team:

Athletes are welcome to participate in as many different events as they would like.
Only the top two (2) boys and top two (2) girls for each event (per grade) will make the team.
Students can only qualify to compete in up to two (2) different events, excluding relay.
If a student qualifies for more than two (2) events, they will have to decide which two (2) events they would like to compete in.

Important Information:

Any runners with asthma or allergies must bring their Epipen or inhaler with them and make coaches aware of their condition.
Only running shoes can be worn (no specialty running footwear - spikes or cleats, etc.)

TBD

Day 1 - Schedule

TBD

Day 2 - Schedule

FAQ

What should runners wear?

Runners are expected to bring their own running shoes (no specialty shoes - spikes, cleats, etc.)
Runners should wear several layers of clothing that can be removed or put on to adjust to changing weather conditions.
Please make sure your child has sunscreen and a hat in case it is warm on the day of the meets.

How much does Track & Field cost?

The Track & Field team is free this year!
A special thank you to the Kensal Park Student Council who generously offered to pay for our buses.

Are uniforms provided?

Mme MacKay will provide students with an official Kensal Park t-shirt on race day.
Students are expected to return their t-shirts immediately after their race. ($5.00 charge for shirts not returned)

What if there's bad weather at a meet?

Rain and cool temperature alone are insufficient reasons for the postponement of a meet.
Severe thunderstorms, a continuous downpour, bus delays due to fog, or unsafe terrain will cause a meet to be postponed.
Participants can check for cancellation updates online (www.tvdsb.ca) and on Twitter (@TVDSBsports).

If the season has already started. Can I still sign up?

Unfortunately, no. Once the Kensal Park Qualifying meet has been completed the team is set for the season.

What if my child has an epipen/puffer?

For their safety - it is expected that students bring their epipen/puffers with them and make coaches aware of their condition.

Volunteers

Is there anything I can do to help?

Absolutely! We're always in need of parent volunteers for the meets.
Parent volunteers at the Kensal Park Qualifier will help coaches with running specific events/timing athletes.
Parent volunteers at the Regional Meet will help coaches by bringing athletes to the marshalling areas and by ...'herding cats'.
Please note that all coaches (teachers) are volunteers as well.

How do I become a Parent Volunteer?

All volunteers must submit a Volunteer Application Form to the office.
First-time volunteers require a valid police check; returning require a signed self-declaration (below) submitted to the office.
Sign up to volunteer on the form listed below!

How do I get a Police Check?

Residents of London can get one from the LPS (https://www.londonpolice.ca/en/services/Vulnerable-Sector-Check.aspx#).
Please note the $15 cost is not covered and it can take more than a month to process.